CloudWater Zendo

Introduction to Zen Meditation
2024-06-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
This free open class is conducted at 11:00 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month by members of the Nienfo Chan Order.

The class provides a basic introduction to Zen meditative practice. The casual format allows plenty of opportunity for questions and answers.

An online class on Zoom is conducted on the second Wednesday of each month.

Reservations are required for all Introduction to Zen Meditation classes. Make a Reservation

Internal Arts Class (free, donations appreciated)
2024-06-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
The Qigong class begins shortly after morning Zen meditation and consists of 60 minutes of Qigong internal energy exercises and meditations conducted in a relaxed atmosphere.

Qigong exercises strengthen the muscles and sinews, boost the immune system and help one to regulate the body’s internal energy for purposes of health, longevity and spirituality.

Qigong is a valuable adjunct to Zen meditation practice but can also be a stand-alone practice for those who do not study or practice Zen.

Morning Meditation and Zen Tea
2024-06-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-04 09:00 - 10:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Periods of seated and walking practice, followed by the chanting of the Heart Sutra and the silent drinking of tea in the Meditation Hall.

Tuesday Evening Group Meditation
2024-05-28 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-05-14 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-05-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Group meditative practice is the beating heart of any Zen Center. Our group Zen practice, which begins at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, includes two periods of seated meditation interspersed with walking meditation practice.

This is followed by chanting practice, a Dharma Talk and a discussion, followed by social tea and conversation.

Zendo Closed for Memorial Day Weekend
2024-05-27, 2024-05-26, 2024-05-25

5 Elements Meditation Class on Zoom
2024-05-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
The 5 Elements path offers a number of different meditative forms including recitation, visualization, and the combined practice of Zen and Pure Land. All are welcome.

Wesak Observance
2024-05-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Each year we celebrate Wesak, which commemorates the three major events in the life of the Buddha: his Birth, Enlightenment, and Passing Into Nirvana.

Golden Wisdom Virtual Sangha on Zoom
2024-05-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
Led by Venerable Shih Zuandao, this virtual Zen group meets for meditation on the first three Mondays of each month. A Zen Study session is conducted on the fourth Monday. All sessions begin at 7:00 p.m. local time (Eastern, USA). All are welcome.

Zen Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
2024-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH, 44070, United States
Our first Zen walk of the year will be held at the Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070.

We’ll meet at the north parking lot adjacent to Shepherd’s Hill Lane. Be sure to wear good shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

Guanyin Service on Zoom
2024-05-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
Led by Dharma Heir Venerable Shih Zhongxin, the Guanyin Service includes study of the teachings that are related to the Bodhisattva Guanyin through various workshops and Dharma Talks, formal meditation through which we can identify with the Bodhisattva Guanyin and embody the spirit of unconditional compassion she represents and becoming involved in the community in order to benefit sentient beings. The service is conducted on Zoom on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. local time (Eastern, USA).
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84711005952?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 847 1100 5952 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Sunday Morning Zen Meditation
2024-05-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Sunday Morning Zen Meditation includes periods of seated and walking practice and a traditional Zen chanting service which includes chanting of the Heart Sutra, the Ten-Verse Life-Prolonging Kuan-Yin Sutra, the Four Bodhisattva Vows, the Verse In Praise of Water and a chant honoring the venerable Chan Ancestors.

Bamboo Grove Presents "The Ego and the Self" With Venerable Shih Mingxing
2024-05-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
Psychology speaks of the Ego, while Buddhism speaks of the Self. Are they the same? Are they different? Can the two be reconciled? Venerable Shih Mingxing will explore this fascinating topic on Zoom.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86892805788?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 868 9280 5788 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Introduction to Zen Meditation (Online)
2024-05-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
This free open class is conducted at 11:00 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month by members of the Nienfo Chan Order.

The class provides a basic introduction to Zen meditative practice. The casual format allows plenty of opportunity for questions and answers.

An online class on Zoom is conducted on the second Wednesday of each month.

Reservations are required for all Introduction to Zen Meditation classes. The link for the Zoom class will be sent with confirmation email. Make a Reservation

Atonement Service
2024-05-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
The Atonement Service centers around the principle of Universal Compassion as represented by Kuan-Yin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. The service encourages us to examine those thoughts, words and actions which may have caused us to create suffering. We then make a series of vows which can assist us to improve our behavior for the benefit of all. The service includes the chanting of the Dharani of Great Compassion as well as some recitative meditation, an incense offering and a Dharma Talk by Master Shih Ying-Fa or senior monks over informal tea.

Group Zen Meditaton on Zoom
2024-05-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
On the first Thursday at 7:00 p.m. local time (Eastern, USA) members of our international Sangha gather online to practice Zen meditation which is led by members of the Nienfo Chan Order.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87662249313?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 876 6224 9313 Passcode: [REDACTED]
